Personal Injury Lawyer Fighting For Victims

Injuries from accidents disrupt your life. Medical bills pile up, lost wages create money problems and recovery takes time you cannot spare. When someone else’s careless actions cause your injuries, you deserve fair payment.

At the Law Office of Sarah K. Owensby, we help accident victims throughout northern Georgia and fights to get you the money you need to move forward.

We Represent Victims Of Various Accidents

Personal injury cases are a key part of our civil law practice. These cases arise in many ways. Led by attorney Sarah K. Owensby, we handle different types of accident claims to help clients recover money for their losses. Our personal injury work includes:

• Motor vehicle accidents with cars, trucks, motorcycles and work vehicles
• Pedestrian accidents caused by careless drivers
• Bicycle accidents that cause serious harm
• Slip-and-fall incidents on unsafe property
• Premises liability claims for dangerous conditions
• Dog bite injuries and animal attacks
• Workplace accidents and on-the-job injuries
• Other incidents caused by someone else’s careless actions

No matter how your injury happened, we will look into the facts, find who is responsible and go after the payment you deserve.

Car Accidents And Other Motor Vehicle Collisions

Motor vehicle accidents make up many personal injury claims in our area. Winding mountain roads, tourist traffic and local drivers create conditions where bad car accidents happen often. Distracted driving, high speeds and drunk drivers cause crashes that leave victims with serious injuries. When you get hurt in a motor vehicle accident, insurance companies often try to pay less or say the crash was not their fault. We will fight these tactics and push for full payment that covers your medical costs, lost pay, vehicle damage and pain.

Our Approach To Personal Injury Claims

Building a strong personal injury claim takes careful work. We handle each case in a detailed way to give you the best chance of success. Our work includes:

• Looking into how the accident happened
• Finding and saving important proof before it is lost
• Working with doctors to show how badly you are hurt
• Figuring out all your damages, including future medical needs
• Pushing hard in talks with insurance companies
• Getting ready for trial when the offers are too low
• Keeping you in the loop at every step of your claim

We will handle the legal work while you focus on getting better.

When Should I File My Personal Injury Claim In Georgia?

Under Georgia law, you have two years from when the accident/injury took place to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline usually stops you from getting payment at all, no matter how strong your case is. Some situations can change this time limit. This is why you should talk with a personal injury lawyer soon after your accident/injury. Starting early gives time to look into the facts, gather proof, and strategize as to the best path forward for you.

What If I Was Partially At Fault For The Accident?

Georgia follows the modified comparative negligence model. This means you can still seek compensation even if you share some blame for the accident. This is only the case if you are less than 50% at fault. The court will reduce your payment based on your share of the blame. If you are 20% responsible and your total damages are $100,000, the court takes away 20% and you get $80,000. Insurance companies often try to say victims share more blame to pay less money.

What Types Of Accidents Are Common In Fannin County?

Fannin County gets many tourists heading to the Blue Ridge Mountains. This brings busy roads and crashes with drivers who do not know the area. Common accidents we see in the region include:

• Single-car crashes and head-on hits on rural mountain roads with sharp turns
• Accidents caused by poor sight lines and animals crossing roadways
• ATV and motorcycle crashes from recreational activities
• Collisions involving logging trucks and work vehicles sharing roads with regular cars

A Fannin County personal injury lawyer who knows local roads understands how these things affect accident cases.

What Evidence Is Important In A Personal Injury Case?

Strong proof helps win personal injury claims. Important evidence includes:

• Police reports and accident scene photos
• Witness statements from people who saw the crash
• Medical records, exams and treatment documentation
• Phone records that can show distracted driving
• Video footage from traffic cameras or nearby shops
• Doctor opinions that prove how badly you are hurt
• Damage estimates, repair bills and work records showing money losses

Getting this proof quickly stops it from being lost.

Schedule Your Free Consultation

If you got hurt because of someone else’s careless actions, contact us at 706-925-9705 or use our online form to talk about your case and learn how we can help you get the payment you deserve.